Do Internet users know how to protect themselves??? - Page 3

kronas · 25-08-2003, 20:00

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Originally posted by Bug Infestation
I think you'll find a lot of 40-50 year olds know nothing about the internet

well you made me look for it here it is

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/1899354.stm

The number of people aged 55 and over using the internet in the UK has grown by nearly 90% from last year, according to a survey from net measurement firm NetValue

**Maggy** · 25-08-2003, 20:03

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Originally posted by Bug Infestation
I think you'll find a lot of 40-50 year olds know nothing about the internet

Oh thank you so much for that vote of confidence

Incog.Cocky little b*gg*rs.

Rara Avis · 25-08-2003, 20:05

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Originally posted by kronas
actually alot more of the older generation are getting in to using the internet we are talking about 40-50 year olds maybe older

Yup, that's the thing. Every public library should, at this point, be offering free internet access to everyone. The cyber world is opening up to all, not just the young. The significance of this, of course, is parity of access to information resources, which will one day be limited to electronic sources. Not all of them, but even, historical documents are being digitized. This will have it's downsides, in that works of art couldn't possibly be experienced how they were supposed to be in person, but most govt and local govt info is on the net, as are forms etc, and the ease at which one is able to access them is up to the indivdual, but also the ISPs. The govt is taking steps to change our information seeking behaviour, well that of those who are not already initiates but the mechanisms that we use for this, have to take part in this change more seriously. And not look to their wallets for constant reassurance for the future.
The future is now, it's NOT Orange

But it could be ISP related.
Look out! I feel a rant coming on. Bugger! Too late :p

Rara Avis · 25-08-2003, 20:09

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Originally posted by kronas
well you made me look for it here it is

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/1899354.stm

The number of people aged 55 and over using the internet in the UK has grown by nearly 90% from last year, according to a survey from net measurement firm NetValue

While I disagree with the Bug person about 40-50 yr olds knowing nothing about the internet, just being able to use a pc and mouse, doesn't necessarily mean that they know much about it

Lots of people can drive, knowing how the car works is different.
However, the question is WHAT do they need to know?
Bug person will need to explain exactly what it is this age group doesn't know?

kronas · 25-08-2003, 20:12

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Originally posted by Rara Avis
Yup, that's the thing. Every public library should, at this point, be offering free internet access to everyone.

indeed and make that broadband access yet they charge you to use it net acess that is

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Originally posted by Rara Avis

The cyber world is opening up to all, not just the young.

i agree the link in my last post agrees with me too as long as you can learn some basic stuff you will prosper

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Originally posted by Rara Avis

The significance of this, of course, is parity of access to information resources, which will one day be limited to electronic sources. Not all of them, but even, historical documents are being digitized. This will have it's downsides, in that works of art couldn't possibly be experienced how they were supposed to be in person

forms of art are available in digital form but nothing beats going to an art gallery and viewing it in person i dont think that should die out as such

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Originally posted by Rara Avis

but most govt and local govt info is on the net, as are forms etc, and the ease at which one is able to access them is up to the indivdual, but also the ISPs. The govt is taking steps to change our information seeking behaviour, well that of those who are not already initiates but the mechanisms that we use for this, have to take part in this change more seriously. And not look to their wallets for constant reassurance for the future.

yep IT is the big thing and teaching the public is a key issue the goverment need to tackle and address

Bug Infestation · 25-08-2003, 20:26

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Originally posted by Incognitas
Oh thank you so much for that vote of confidence

Incog.Cocky little b*gg*rs.

Aren't you that teacher who goes mad at the smallest thing?
Wait, stupid question

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The number of people aged 55 and over using the internet in the UK has grown by nearly 90% from last year, according to a survey from net measurement firm NetValue

Wow, just cos they use the internet, doesn't mean they knpw much about it.

Xaccers · 25-08-2003, 20:34

I smell a troll....

Rara Avis · 25-08-2003, 20:35

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Originally posted by Bug Infestation
Aren't you that teacher who goes mad at the smallest thing?
Wait, stupid question

Are you one of her students by any chance? You sound bitter enough, no offence Incog.

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Originally posted by Bug Infestation

Wow, just cos they use the internet, doesn't mean they knpw much about it.

I know, let me try again.
Just what is it that you think they need to know? and how should this be changed, for a little more of a constructive approach.

kronas · 25-08-2003, 20:36

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Originally posted by Xaccers
I smell a troll....

i smell it too

*knows when to stay away hmm shall i feed it for once

Rara Avis · 25-08-2003, 20:40

It stinks. But hey, that's what verbal air freshner is for

Bug Infestation · 25-08-2003, 20:41

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Originally posted by kronas
i smell it too

*knows when to stay away hmm shall i feed it for once

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Originally said by Seymour
By all means, try

Bug Infestation · 25-08-2003, 20:42

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Originally posted by Rara Avis
Are you one of her students by any chance? You sound bitter enough, no offence Incog.

Just having a little fun

25-08-2003, 21:32

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Originally posted by Bug Infestation
Just having a little fun

Not at Incog's expense you're not going to! Matey.

/me sits behind router & stares at birth certificate.

grum1978 · 25-08-2003, 21:36

come on people lets try and keep this on topic please

albone · 25-08-2003, 22:39

Yes I agree there are quite a few of us 40-50+ who know a lot about the operations of a computer! and if anyone has ever bought a 'lemon' and had to get into the workings of it they will, like me learn somewhat fast! But personally the people that sell you a computer, should at least point you in the right direction if not put the items on for you (as mine did at source) and yes I at one time came across the (it updates automatically) syndrom. No one explained to that poor person that it doesn't unless YOU tell it to! Then there is the person who believes they won't be affected as they don't use the net that often! until they get a bug and it all goes t*ts up! Not me I hassen to add.